Vets. These programs are contracted through the Department of Veterans of Affairs in an effort to screen for the VASH program that ultimately employs the Housing First Model aim at housing homeless veterans. Unfortunenatly like many veterans suffering from PTSD, William’s first impression of the VA was a not a pleasant one and has deterred him from seeking services that he desperately needs. An alternative to seeking treatment can come by putting him in touch with the VA’s community base program known as the Vet Center. The Vet Centers primary mission consist of providing professional readjustment counseling for combat veterans suffering from PTSD and transitional problems.…
The United States is an international representation of power and wealth; it is known to have the largest GDP (Gross Domestic Product) in the world as well as the strongest military. However, many soldiers are coming home to fight another battle. Homelessness has always been a way of life in the United States, but only in recent years has the issue become a more widespread and noticeable phenomenon. Around the same time, homeless veteran began to grab the attention of the public. According to the Annual Homeless Assessment Report, there are 39,471 unsheltered and sheltered homeless veterans in 2016 (Henry, 2016).…
Homeless veterans is something nobody wants to talk about. These are men and women who have served in our high-spirited military who are homeless after being discharged. Veterans have no reason to be homeless after being discharged. Although are charities out there to support them, there shouldn’t be a need for these charities. These vets have given their life for this wonderful country, letting it remain at the top and free.…
Amanda Calvo Ms. Watanabe H. Primary American Democracy 10-19-14 Homeless Veterans Veterans young and old all at some point valiantly fought for the United States and its freedom. Yet, many do not receive the respect deserved upon returning to America. For one reason or another, a substantial amount of soldiers, marines, air force men, and many more return with severe injuries or mental illnesses, according to David Lefavor (a veteran himself) the author of, Without Contention-the Plight of Homeless Veterans.…
If a veteran loses a job, they cannot provide financial means to support their family and maintain adequate income to maintain monthly obligations such as utility bills etc. This will need to possible outcome being homeless and being left on the streets with no one to care for them. The primary reason why veterans and of being homeless is mainly because society does not fully understand the negative influence that PTSD has on an individual like a veteran. Society as a whole cannot comprehend what a veteran has been through because a lot of veterans did not discuss the events that occur within the battlefield. This will need to not enough knowledge about the illness but more importantly not being able to communicate with the veteran about possible…
America’s homeless veterans have served in World War II, the Korean war, Vietnam war, Afghanistan, Iraq and many more. Homeless veterans are usually displaced with lingering Post Traumatic Stress Disorder effects and substance abuse, along with a lack of family and social support. About one third of the adult homeless population have served their country in the Armed Services. Veterans without proper support lack affordable and available housing, livable income and health care.…
More Assistance for Homeless Veterans Homelessness is an unfortunate occurrence that can affect some Americans, including non-veterans and veterans. A veteran "is a person who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable" (qtd. in Perl 2-3). In Jason Davis ' blog entry "The ‘Invisible Monster ': A Homeless Female Veteran 's Journey to Take Back Her Life from PTSD…
To see a man on the street corner holding a cardboard with the words “Homeless veteran, please help” is a common sight. There are veterans who have no help and are alone. People often wonder what causes veterans to become homeless. Was it the lack of support? Was it substance abuse?…
The Homeless Veterans’ Reintegration Program (HVRP) helps veteran’s secure full-time employment and permanent housing. The program provides transportation assistance, vocational training, case management, and follow-up services to approximately 100 veterans each year. During my visit on October 21, 2014, I met with the Director of the Program by the name of Abdullah Hassan, along with retired veterans by the name of Billy Smith and Sims Jones. The Eddie Beard Vet House is located on the Chicago’s Westside, 2425 W Jackson Blvd Chicago, IL 60612. The veterans were my main contacts as they are the ones enduring the issues at hand such as lack of resources.…
I am thinking about going into occupational therapy assistant, upon graduation. I am looking at St. Catherine University in St Paul. I first heard about St. Catherine University on the internet. I typed in occupational therapy assistant schools on the internet, where I came across a website which listed every single school in the nation that has accredited occupational therapy assistant program. The list provided me with the name of the city, address, phone number and the email of the counselor, which I found out to be extremely helpful and useful.…
Because I wanted to get a well-rounded experience and more exposure of the Occupational Therapy career, I have volunteered and worked in a variety of health care facilities. I have shadowed professionals and volunteered at a hand therapy specialty center and at an inpatient rehabilitation center. Additionally, I worked as a therapy aide at an outpatient rehabilitation center. I have been exposed to different aspects of the profession by seeking out multiple rehabilitation settings. Volunteering and working as a therapy aide has been very influential for me to know that I want to pursue Occupational Therapy as my career.…
At first I didn’t want to be an occupational therapist assistant. I had dreams of becoming a nurse and following my passion of science. I became a certified nursing assistant in hopes of becoming a nurse then began to realize I didn’t like nursing as much as I assumed I would, but this exposed me to occupational therapy. I quickly realized I wanted to be an occupational therapist assistant where I could see personally the results of my efforts, and spend more time with patients impacting their life, as the occupational therapist assistant impacted my residents. I have always loved helping others and empowering others to help themselves.…
Homelessness of American Veterans Homelessness of American Veterans has been a growing problem in our American communities. Roughly 130,000-200,000 veterans are homeless, making them represent ¼ of all homeless people. Veterans have served the country because they love it, or had to get away, whatever the reason they did it, no one should deny helping them. They come back from the warzone and are suddenly trapped in their own thoughts, causing PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), which can be treated but may also cause depression if not treated.…
The Effects of War on Veterans in Afghanistan and Iraq More than half of the 2.6 million Americans dispatched to fight the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq struggle with physical or mental health problems and often begin to feel disconnected from civilian life, deriving from deployment. As stated in the article “After the Wars: A legacy of pain and pride”, written by Rajiv Chandrasekaran and published by The Washington Post. The conditions of being deployed and serving for our country can conclude in widespread consequences within soldiers in which if no help is provided, could become permanently detrimental. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Military Sexual Trauma (MST), and an increase in suicides are some of…
The Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program (HVRP) is a federal program authorized by the Homeless Veterans Comprehensive Assistance Act (2001). Its main purpose is to reintegrate homeless veterans into the workforce by providing them with a job. In addition to job placement, training, resume development, and counseling for career advice are also provided. If needed, support services are provided include clothing, food, drug/alcohol abuse treatment if necessary, and temporary housing and transportation. Grants are provided to other federal programs and offices or to local charities.…